Apr
12
Attractive Rental Property means Good Tenants and High Rent

Do you have an attractive rental property? Find out how to have a great looking rental property without paying a fortune!
Apr
5
How a Property Inspection Report Helps with Tenant Damage

With a regular property inspection report of the rental during a tenancy (not just the start and end of a tenancy) it should be possible to keep the property in good order and up to standard.
Feb
21
Smoke Alarms for Rental Properties

As we know, Smoke Alarms for rental properties save lives and property therefore the NZ Fire Service recommend installing “Long-life photoelectric” alarms.
Feb
1
How to paint a concrete swimming pool

Painting a concrete swimming pool isn’t a quick “sand it down and slap it on” kind of job! It takes time and no small amount of coordination with the tenant.
Like any kind of painting job, preparation is key and getting it wrong can be expensive and time consuming. There is a process that needs to be followed and safety equipment is essential..
This guide will assist you in getting the best results if you choose to do it yourself
Nov
30
Open fireplaces: Safe and Cosy or Old and Dangerous?

Open fire places are found in many pre-80’s rental properties in New Zealand.
It’s important to check that your fireplace is safe. If it’s not used, you should make sure that it’s clear to the tenant that fires shouldn’t be lit in it and consider how best to heat your rental property safely and effectively.
This article explains a few of the things you should take into account to make sure you’re getting the best and safest heating for your rental.
Aug
24
How to check if your iron roof needs replacing

It can be tempting to keep patching up old iron roofs. Replacing old lead-head nails, wire-brushing off any rust and rust-proofing patches. And if you’ve read Olly Newland’s books, even using a bit of canvas soaked in paint to plug holes!
However, at some point, the risk of a major leak of a roof in the neighbour’s garden will become too great to ignore any longer and you’ll have to suck it up and get quotes to completely replace the whole thing.